I am new to the "area" and have been trying to find weight loss support in all the wrong places. So here I am. I guess I should introduce myself and say why I am here...
Well, I am 23 years old. I got to where I am today because I eat emotionally, any emotion, and don't know when to stop. I started gaining weight when I was a child. Everytime something big happened in my life I gained weight. My parent's divorce when I was 9, my dad's death when I was 12, being emotionally and physically abused from like ages 15-18... and all the little things in between... they all added to my waist line.
I never had a very good role model for healthy weight. When I was a child into my early teens my Mom was bulimic. I was a pretty thin kid but in pictures at the beach I had bigger thighs than my Mom.. ouch. My sisters also did some time with eating disorders.. and I got the whole, "if you just lost some weight the guys would like you more..." Whatever.
I did lose about 30 pounds after moving out at age 18 but then had to move back home and gained it back and then some.
I am here to get healthy and hopefully find some friends who share the same goal...
I know how hard it can be to be trying to lose weight while trying to deal with other issues, but good job for trying! You've come to the right place for support, 3FC is a wonderful place. We're all here for you if you have any questions!
3FC is a great network for support while losing weight and getting healthy. A lot of us are struggling with getting out of the emotional eating boat as well... The Chicks in Control forum might have some useful things to read in that respect.
I hope you feel like you've found what you're looking for Feel free to jump in on the weekly chat, the daily planning threads, and the exercise challenges! And don't hesitate to ask questions, we're here for you!
Sometimes life deals some difficult times and issues......but it is good to see that you aren't bogged down by it.
It is great that you are here, though. I am sure that you will find this site to be a font of positive support and friendship.
I think we can all relate to each other, even if our situations are different. There are reasons why we all "got here" and reasons why we want to "get somewhere else," but we're all in it together!!! Good luck! I hope to see you posting bunches, this forum is getting pretty active and it's great
I'm new here too! And starting over... again... and hopefully for the final time! I need a support group to keep me on track! My vices are anything sweet! Hoping to learn some good tips and recipes to help me lose!
Starting over-- again... Hi all.
Feel free to jump in on the weekly chat, the daily planning threads, and the exercise challenges! And don't hesitate to ask questions, we're here for you!
to the forum. There are a lot of very supportive, warm people here. Hope to "see" you around often.
But, I swear that that is what Finland is called as well.......
You've come to right place to gain support. Everyone here is wonderful!
